Pahalgam Wounds Not Healed & Govt Allowed Pak Hockey Team: Aaditya
The Indian government’s decision to grant clearance to the Pakistan hockey team to travel to India for the Men’s Asia Cup has sparked widespread outrage and criticism. One of the most vocal critics of this decision is Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray. In a scathing attack on the government, Thackeray questioned the timing of this decision, saying that the wounds of the Pahalgam attack have not healed yet.
For those who may not be aware, the Pahalgam attack refers to a terrorist attack that took place in 2019, in which a group of terrorists attacked a tourist bus in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, killing 17 people and injuring many more. The attack was widely condemned by the international community, and the Indian government had promised to bring the perpetrators to justice.
However, nearly three years have passed since the attack, and the culprits have not been caught yet. The families of the victims are still waiting for justice, and the memory of the attack is still fresh in their minds. Against this backdrop, the Indian government’s decision to allow the Pakistan hockey team to travel to India for the Asia Cup has been seen as a betrayal of the trust of the people.
Thackeray’s criticism of the government’s decision is not limited to the timing of the clearance. He has also questioned the logic behind allowing the Pakistan team to play in the Asia Cup in India, saying that it is a symbol of the government’s appeasement policy towards Pakistan. “The terrorists of Pahalgam attack haven’t been caught yet…the wounds of that attack haven’t healed,” Thackeray said. “But the Centre has given clearance to Pakistan to play in Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in India.”
Thackeray’s remarks have been widely shared on social media, with many people expressing their outrage and disappointment at the government’s decision. The hashtag #PahalgamWoundsNotHealed has been trending on Twitter, with many people calling for the government to reconsider its decision.
The Indian government’s decision to allow the Pakistan team to play in the Asia Cup has been seen as a move to improve bilateral relations between the two countries. The Pakistan hockey team is one of the strongest teams in the tournament, and their participation is expected to attract a large crowd. However, Thackeray’s criticism has highlighted the fact that the government’s priority seems to be to improve relations with Pakistan, rather than to uphold the dignity and security of Indian citizens.
The Pahalgam attack was a stark reminder of the threat that terrorism poses to India’s national security. The attack was carried out by a group of terrorists affiliated with the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), a Pakistan-based terrorist organization. Despite the attack, the Indian government has not been able to bring the perpetrators to justice, and the families of the victims are still waiting for justice.
Thackeray’s criticism of the government’s decision is not limited to the Pahalgam attack. He has also questioned the government’s decision to allow Pakistan to play in the Asia Cup, saying that it is a symbol of the government’s appeasement policy towards Pakistan. “We are not against sports or cultural exchanges, but we cannot compromise on our national security and dignity,” Thackeray said.
Thackeray’s remarks have been widely shared on social media, with many people expressing their support for his views. The hashtag #PahalgamWoundsNotHealed has been trending on Twitter, with many people calling for the government to reconsider its decision.
In conclusion, the Indian government’s decision to grant clearance to the Pakistan hockey team to travel to India for the Men’s Asia Cup has sparked widespread outrage and criticism. The wounds of the Pahalgam attack have not healed yet, and the government’s decision to allow Pakistan to play in the Asia Cup is seen as a betrayal of the trust of the people. The Indian government must reconsider its decision and prioritize the dignity and security of Indian citizens.
Source: https://x.com/AUThackeray/status/1941052895794974779
